Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a festive experience like no other. Join us on the 11th of November for a magical evening that will transport you into the heart of Christmas joy. Delight in the soulful sounds of Adele with a twist that will warm your heart and ignite your holiday spirit.

Together, Joanna Millett and the team that brought you The Loft's Postmodern Jukebox will weave the timeless hits of Adele into enchanting Christmas mashups that will have you singing along, swaying, and dancing in your seats. This is a night for Adele's biggest fans, Christmas enthusiasts, and all lovers of live theatre, to come together and experience the magic of an early Christmas.

Our mission is simple: to fill your hearts with holiday cheer, to make you smile, and to create lasting memories. So, why wait until December to start the festivities? Let us be the soundtrack to your November Christmas celebration!

Whirimako Black is Aotearoa’s undisputed soul diva. With melodies caressed into shape by the language of her ancestors, Whirimako has carved out a musical pathway leading from the mists of the Urewera to the world.

Joined on stage by the multi-instrumentalist Kim Halliday who perfectly complements her with her virtuosity, and Mahina Kaui’s out of this world Taonga Puoro sounds and vocals it’s a performance not to be missed.

One of New Zealand’s most distinctive singers, Whirimako has featured on numerous collaborations with some of the world’s most highly regarded musical artists. List of awards include Best Māori Album, Best Jazz Album, and a Silver Scroll award for Best Māori Composition.

One of the key pioneers of the Māori music industry, Whirimako Black from the Tūhoe Nation, paved the way for Māori and te reo recording artists. Whirimako is a veteran of 8 albums and has collaborated with numerous national and international musicians. Her blending of folk, jazz and blues incorporates traditional Māori music forms singing in English and te Reo Māori.

For this event, we will let our customers pick their price, but they have to be quick to snatch up the cheapest options. There will be a limited number of tickets priced at $15 & $20. These discounted prices are possible thanks to sponsorship from NRDA and NBS.

Celebrated singer and songwriter Theia presents re-imagined songs from her critically acclaimed alt-pop catalogue alongside dreamy waiata from her award-winning reo Māori project Te Kaahu.

Theias lyricism in te reo Pākehā is often raw, confrontational and challenging, while Te Kaahu explores cultural identity, the environment and spirituality.

Although seemingly worlds apart, at the heart of both projects is a songwriter with great depth and an unwavering commitment to making music that takes the listener to soaring heights and devastating depths.

Bringing together both projects for the first time on this Aotearoa premiere tour, Girl, In A Savage World is a powerful and thought-provoking, 60-minute show that must be experienced. 

Supported by: Tohu Wines

When Riverdance featured as the halftime act at the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest, Irish dancing and Irish music enjoyed a rise in popularity.  Michael Flatley's full version of Riverdance and the equally popular Lord of the Dance became international sensations and Celtic music was accessed by millions.

Tonight NBS Nelson City Brass bring you not only the music of these wonderful shows, but beautiful Celtic melodies performed by some of the finest brass soloists in the country.

Whether you're a fan of 'Myfanwy', 'Blue Bells of Scotland' or the unmistakable sound of a Celtic reel, we are sure you will love Night of the Celts.

The 2023 Gala Concert is the final event in the three-week Nayland College Arts Festival, which includes an Art Exhibition at Greenmeadows, Vast Dance Festival, a Drama production, Solo Performing Arts Competition, and a Contemporary Music showcase.

Join our instrumental groups, choirs, dancers and actors for this wonderful celebration of the Arts, culminating in a fabulous finale showcasing New Zealand Music.

The Adele Experience - Hits From Albums 19 to 30 is a celebration of Adele’s journey to super-stardom and the performer that we have all come to know and love. Modelled off Adele’s down-to-earth, unapologetic, raw, and accidentally-hilarious personality, this show promises magical improvised moments, heartfelt ballads and all out bashes. The incredible musicianship of Joanna Millett (lead vocals), Tuia Marama, and Lucy Hvojta (backing vocals), Dr. Douglas (drums), and Francis Meria (piano), brings Adele's timeless hits to life on stage.

From "Chasing Pavements" to "Someone Like You" and beyond, "The Adele Experience" is more than just a concert - it's an immersive journey through the life and music of one of the greatest artists of our time. With a high-energy, engaging atmosphere, this show is perfect for music lovers of all ages and backgrounds. Get your tickets now and prepare to be swept away by the power and passion of Adele's music!

“We saw the show and were wowed. We all thought it was a world class performance. Thanks for an amazing night.” - L Hudson

It was awesome...a great night out, thank you ...and can thoroughly recommend” - J Drysdale

It was a great night. Thank you. Such a powerful performance from Joanna.” - D Wells

Rock the City is back! Nelson’s long-running youth music concert is returning to the Theatre Royal Nelson.

Rock the City is a non-competitive band showcase that is all about supporting our talented young musicians and giving them the opportunity to play in a professional environment to an audience of their peers. Each artist will perform 2-3 songs each for a supportive and enthusiastic crowd. With multiple bands on the bill, there's sure to be something for everyone, from indie rock to acoustic ballads and everything in between.

The 2023 Rock the City bands and acts are...
Parallel Park
JOLA BURNS
Tizzy
KC
The De Campos Club
Ruled By Venus
Tangent
Imperfect Circles

Plus, The Everest Nepalese food truck will be supplying complimentary bites to keep you fueled up and moving your feet all night long.

So bring your friends, bring your family and get ready to be blown away by the talent on display. This is a night you won't want to miss!

Some seats on the flat will be removed to make room for dancing.

This is an alcohol free event.

GET READY TO ROCK NELSON BECAUSE ROCK TENORS IS THE HOTTEST TICKET AVAILABLE WITH TOUR DATES SELLING OUT ACROSS THE SOUTH ISLAND!

Putting their own innovative twist on some of the world’s most loved ROCK ANTHEMS, the ROCK TENORS pay homage to the biggest acts in music including Bon Jovi, Led Zeppelin, The Eagles, Kiss, Toto, David Bowie, ACDC, Supertramp, Aerosmith, Queen and many more.

ROCK TENORS showcases five of New Zealand’s leading rock tenor vocalists who together, reinvent the standard male vocal group with arrangements and harmonic complexity that creates a seriously immersive and nostalgic rock experience.

Covering iconic rock hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and now – the ROCK TENORS is a 2-hour full scale THEATRICAL PRODUCTION produced and directed by Doug Kamo and supported by a 5-piece powerhouse band, big sound, world class staging and state of the art lighting and multimedia.

“THE QUESTION ‘ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?’ HAS NEVER BEEN SO INVITING!”

NZ's Award-winning hit tribute show "Elton John vs Billy Joel" comes to The Theatre Royal Nelson as part of a NZ-WIDE TOUR 2023!

After wildly successful sell-out shows across New Zealand, join Cam and Sam as they wow audiences both young and old performing the greatest hits of Elton John and Billy Joel LIVE! Piano Man, Rocket Man, Uptown Girl, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, We didn't start the fire, Bennie and the Jets, She's always a woman, Crocodile Rock and many many more.

Your favourite Elton and Billy songs are in safe hands with Cam and Sam, these professional touring NZ musicians have performed on live television, commercial radio and featured in the NZ Music Charts in careers spanning two decades.

This amazing Piano Man extravaganza features astonishing costumes, two grand pianos in black and white, a world class lighting show plus plenty of banter and all the songs you love.

Nelson Youth Theatre presents The Sound of Music, the musical based on one of the most screened movies of all time!

With its unforgettable score, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music touches the hearts of all ages and brims over with some of the most memorable songs ever performed on stage, including 'Edelweiss', 'My Favourite things', 'Do-Re-Mi', 'Climb Every Mountain', 'So Long Farewell', and of course, 'The Sound of Music'. It’s the perfect family treat and will enchant the young and young at heart!

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